Should scientists create synthetic life forms?

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Selected thesis

Scientists should create synthetic life forms.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    Synthetic life can be engineered to benefit humanity.

  • Pro claim 2

    Creating synthetic life could teach us fundamental things about all life.

  • Con claim 1

    The creation of synthetic life defies the core beliefs of many religions.

  • Con claim 2

    Synthetic life could cause untold damage to the world.